Hanover family makes tacky lights list, then officers get involved

HANOVER COUNTY, Va. (WTVR) -- A holiday home display has caused controversy in a Hanover neighborhood. But it turns out the tacky lights weren't the problem, rather it was the music that plays along with them.

A neighbor's complaint lead sheriff's deputies to the house because of the loud music synced with their light display.

Cindy Mullenix, who lives next door, said she didn't complain, but said the display keeps her family up at night.

"I'm the only one that will stand up against these people, because I'm tired of this," Mullenix said.

The homeowner, James Winkler, said he received a warning this time.

However, residents could face a $500 fine for violating the county noise ordinance, which states loud music is not allowed between the hours of 10 p.m. and 8 a.m.

"10 o'clock lights on is ok," one neighbor said. "But the music you need to turn it off or turn it down because everybody has to work."

WTVR CBS 6 looked into the number of loud noise complaints in Hanover County.